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Fluffy High-Protein Pancake
Ayesha Husnain

Fluffy High-Protein Pancakes (No Protein Powder)

These fluffy pancakes pack natural protein from Greek yogurt, eggs, and cottage cheese (or oats) — no powder needed! Light, delicious, and perfect for a healthy start to your day. Great for the whole family. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 10
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup cottage cheese blended smooth, optional for extra protein
  • 1 cup rolled oats blended into flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Milk 2–4 tbsp, as needed for consistency
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Method
 

  1. Blend oats into flour if using.
  2. Mix wet ingredients in a bowl: yogurt, eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla.
  3. Add dry ingredients: oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt. Stir until just combined (add milk if too thick).
  4. Heat skillet over medium heat and grease lightly.
  5. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form, flip, and cook until golden. Repeat.

Notes

  • For gluten-free: Use certified GF oats or GF flour.
  • Top with fresh berries, nuts, or a drizzle of syrup.
  • Batter can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 1 day.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste.

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